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• Buying a fuel-efficient car

  Everything you need to know about fuel efficiency, plus the big winners and losers.

  3 min read Jul 22, 2002

  

• Interest-free auto loans extended into next year

  The Big Three automakers all push their interest-free deals into 2002 — but some are less generous than they were.

  5 min read Nov 21, 2001

  

• It’s a great day to buy — a used car

  Car lots are loaded with late-model trade-ins, which means it’s a great time to shop.

  3 min read Nov 02, 2001

  

• Interest-free auto loans extended into next year

  Car shopping? Get a move on. Many zero-interest offers run out at the end of the month.

  5 min read Oct 03, 2001

  

• Buying a first car for your teen? Shop for safety

  Kids and parents have different priorities. The kids want fast, their folks want safe.

  3 min read Sep 25, 2001

  

• How to avoid buying a flooded used car

  Hurricanes Katrina and Rita flooded more than a half-million vehicles. Know what to look out for when you buy a used car so you don’t end up getting soaked.

  2 min read Aug 08, 2001

  

• Tips on buying an extended warranty

  The ins and outs of buying an extended warranty.

  2 min read Jul 25, 2001

  

• Lease-like loans offer many advantages

  Some credit unions offer an auto loan with a payment schedule much like a lease. In many ways, it’s the best of both worlds.

  0 min read Jun 05, 2001

  

• Buying a used car makes sense during tough times

  Pre-owned cars make sense in shaky economic times.

  1 min read Jun 01, 2001

  

• Now is the time to buy toys for big boys

  Looking for an RV or boat? Hard times make this a good time to buy.

  0 min read May 01, 2001